We understand the need for individuals to receive financial aid for their studies. One of the key solutions is to visit the student finance office of the institution in which you are studying at. Along with applying for student loans through finance houses and of course self funding your studies is another option…yes you may actually have to get a part time job to pay for your education. However there is the route of applying for a bursary or a scholarship which can help assist individuals in financing their studies. The World Wide Web provides a great research platform and we put together a breakdown of online options for individuals in need of financial assistance for their studies in South Africa! Good luck and all the best with your studies! South African University Options: The University of the Free State has put together a student portal which has a list of financial aid options for students. The University of the Witwatersrand Johannesburg has financial aid options for local and foreign students! Nicely done. Monash South Africa: Has both bursary and scholarship options for students.